“Everywhere is within walking distance if you have the time.” ~ Steven Wright

All avid fans of hiking or long distance walking share something in common.  They understand that you must walk to truly experience and see a place.  Sure, a car or bike will get you there quicker and allow you to see more places, but those modes of travel don’t allow you to see more OF a place.  In our modern world where everything seems to move at lightning speed, is it no wonder people are craving slow travel?  In a world driven by consumerism and the desire for more, is it surprising that someone like me would seek travel that focuses on meaningful experiences rather than a sightseeing checklist?

Slow travel doesn’t mean you move at the pace of a sloth — it’s a mindset, a different way of looking at vacation.